Hidden Retreat Glamping

From GBP 400 For 2 nights, 4 adults 10 4 reviews
The Annandale (added by manager 16 Sep 2022)

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The annandale (added by manager 16 sep 2022)
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The annandale (added by manager 21 mar 2022)
The oley (added by manager 21 mar 2022)

  • Luxury glamping pods on the banks of the River Derwent, County Durham
  • A 15-minute drive to Derwent Reservoir; half an hour to Durham
  • Private bathrooms, well-equipped kitchens, hot tubs on the patios
Set in a grassy paddock on the banks of the River Derwent, Hidden Retreat Glamping offers a real touch of luxurious living in hand-crafted wooden pods. Set in gorgeous countryside near Consett in County Durham, each pod has an arched glass entrance to make sure you make the most of the glorious views, even when you’re pottering around inside. The cleverly designed pods maximise space to sleep four in comfort – on a double bed and a corner sofa bed that converts into another double – and each has its own decorative theme. They are equipped with pretty much everything you could need during your stay, including a bathroom with shower, loo and basin (complimentary luxury toiletries are a thoughtful touch here). A sink, microwave and cooker come as part of the deal in the kitchens, as well as a welcoming starter pack of tea, coffee and similar in case you haven’t had a chance to stock up on essentials. The spacious living areas offer feet-up time in front of the TV, and a dining table for eating inside on cooler evenings, and the pods are heated for extra cosiness too. All set up for alfresco dining with a barbecue (the nearest shop is at Shotley Bridge, five minutes’ drive) and firepit, the patio areas catch the evening sun, so why not really up the wow factor and take a sunset dip in the hot tub, glass of something chilled in hand?

Campground type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Open now
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 14 Apr 2022 to

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Excellent site, owners really helpful too!

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Samantha G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

The Oley 1 bedroom camping pod

Liked: Perfect location looking on to the river. The pod was fully equipped with everything you need and super clean. So cosy and the hottub was a lovely extra :) we will definitely be back!

Disliked: Not a dislike as such but check out is 9.30am, a little later would be better so we didn’t have to dash away.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing!

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Danielle S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

The Annandale 1 bedroom camping pod

Liked: Oh where to start....... We came to stay in The Annandale Pod for 4 nights for New Year as a couple. Before we arrived we recieved a very detailed email with all of our check in info which was very handy and appreciated. On check in we were rather excited by the electric gates, it felt very secure and private which was just what we had hoped. The parking is seconds away from the pod so no need to trail your luggage far. The pod itself was much bigger than we were expecting for a glamping pod. It was spotlessly clean and we were greeted with some fresh made brownies and cookies which was such a nice touch and were delicious. It immediately felt very homely. The pod had everything we needed and more for our stay, all the little details like the bread knife, trays, plastic cups for outside, full bbq utensils, tinfoil, lighter for the fire pit were great as these were things we didnt think about. There was wifi, we enjoyed chilling on the couch with a movie in the afternoon. There was a guest book which was very cute and a guest information book which had all the information you could need, there was even take away menus in there which was great. Location is perfect with river walks close by but also a small town with bus stops that take you into the metrocentre and Newcastle so it really does give you options for your stay to be as busy or relaxed as you want. The hot tub was amazing, warm and spotless, really missing this now we are home!! Overall amazing stay, hosts were very friendly and only a text away. Definitely will stay again and 100% reccomend

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments! We are over the moon you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to welcome you back in the future! 😀

Perfect had everything you could need and so private

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Danielle C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

The Oley 1 bedroom camping pod

Liked: It was so amazing so relaxed and peaceful had the best time

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Glamping pod was beautiful, everything you need for your stay

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Donna S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

The Annandale 1 bedroom camping pod

Liked: Decor, facilities, hot tub, luxurious atmosphere

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From the manager: Thank you very much for your lovely comments! We are pleased you enjoyed your stay. We hope we can welcome you again in the future!

Features

No dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Hot tub

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Laundry

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Luxury

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump point

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Convenience store nearby

Dog walk nearby

Public transport nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Restaurant nearby

Location

Hidden Retreat Glamping

7 Shotley Grove Road

Shotley Bridge

Consett

Co. Durham

England

DH8 8SF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.86086°N
-1.86946°W

Nearest transport

Coach
18.9 km South Burns Stand K
19.8 km Newcastle-upon-Tyne: Coach Stn, St James Blvd
20.2 km Newcastle upon Tyne: Central Station, Neville St
Rail
10.1 km Stocksfield Rail Station
11.7 km Prudhoe Rail Station
11.8 km Riding Mill Rail Station
Ferry
30.7 km Newcastle International Ferry Terminal
31.4 km South Shields Ferry Terminal
31.5 km North Shields Ferry Terminal
Airport
22.1 km Newcastle International Airport
48 km Durham Tees Valley Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Outdoors buffs can take dinghies and paddleboards out on the water at Derwent Reservoir (15 minutes), which is also a hub for peaceful waterside strolls, fishing from the banks and possibly being lucky enough to spot the resident ospreys flying overhead in summer. Walkers and cyclists will also be happy here: you can pick up hiking paths along the River Derwent directly from site, and join the 12-mile Derwent Walk Railway Path at Shotley Bridge (five minutes’ drive) – this popular trail runs between between Consett and Swalwell, taking in landmarks including the former steelworks at Consett. If you’d like to find out more about regional industrial history, head for Beamish, the Living Museum of the North (25 minutes), where outdoor displays include housing from a 1900s pit village and farm cottages laid out as if in the 1940s. Durham (half an hour) is the place for spectacular medieval architecture in the cathedral and riverside castle, as well as lively nights out in pubs and restaurants, and for a day in the big city, Newcastle (35 minutes) has all bases covered with shops, museums and art galleries.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Roker - Sunderland 33.1 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
South Shields 33.2 km Sea N/A Good Good Excellent
Seaburn - Sunderland 33.3 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Tynemouth King Edwards Bay 33.7 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Tynemouth Long Sands South 33.8 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Gibside 10.8 km

Prudhoe Castle 11.6 km

George Stephenson's Birthplace 13.9 km

Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail 18.8 km

The Angel of the North 18.9 km

National Trust

Cherryburn 10.8 km

Gibside 10.9 km

Holy Jesus Hospital 20.7 km

Washington Old Hall 22.9 km

Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 31.7 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Derwent Gorge and Muggleswick Woods Circular 5.3 km

Dipton - Hamsterley Mill - Dipton 7.2 km

Edmundbyers Common 7.2 km

Waskerley, Castleside and Horsleyhope 7.3 km

New Ridley - Hedley on the Hill - Whittonstall 8.1 km

Local events

  • Festival of Thrift (Saturday 21 September 2024 – Saturday 21 September 2024)

    Stockton-on-Tees, England 41.6 km

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Want to know more about camping in Co. Durham?

  • Does Hidden Retreat Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Hidden Retreat Glamping dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Hidden Retreat Glamping? Outdoors buffs can take dinghies and paddleboards out on the water at Derwent Reservoir (15 minutes), which is also a hub for peaceful waterside strolls, fishing from the banks and possibly being … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Hidden Retreat Glamping?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  9:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Hidden Retreat Glamping? From $775.42 (for 2 nights, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.